Product Data

Castrol Spheerol EPL

Bearing grease

Description
Castrol SpheerolTM EPL range of greases are lithium-based products containing highly-refined mineral oils and fortified
with extreme pressure (EP) additives as well as corrosion and oxidation inhibitors. These greases have been formulated
with additives that provide good film strength under medium-to-high loads.

Application
The Spheerol EPL range are general-purpose greases designed for plant-wide lubrication. The range extends
from a NLGI 2 for general purpose bearing lubrication to a NLGI 0 semi-fluid grease suitable for centralized
lubrication systems and grease filled gearboxes. These greases provide good protection against rust and
corrosion as well as resistance to water wash-outwhich makes them particularly suitable for equipment where
moist or wet conditions are common.

Advantages

High mechanical stability the grease keeps its consistency in service ensuring long lubricant life.
Good adhesion continuous lubrication and reduced consumption as film stays between lubricated surfaces.
Good water resistance the grease film remains on the surface even in the presence of water.
Resistant to copper and steel corrosion helps prevent rust and oxidation on metal surfaces.
Excellent EP and anti-wear properties protects equipment against extreme loading and helps minimize bearing
component wear.

Typical Characteristics
Method

Units

EPL 0

EPL 1

EPL 2

Appearance, Visual

Amber to
brown

Amber to
brown

Amber to
brown

Thickener Type

Lithium

Lithium

Lithium

Base Oil Type

Mineral oil

Mineral oil

Mineral oil

NLGI Grade

Density @ 20C/68F

ASTM D1475

g/ml

0.890

0.895

0.900

Worked Penetration,
60 strokes @ 25C/77F

ISO 2137
ASTM D217

0.1mm

355-385

310-340

265-295

Dropping Point

ISO 2176
ASTM D2265

C/F

170/338

195/383

200/392

Base Oil Viscosity @ 40C/104F

ISO 3104
ASTM D 445

mm /s

150-200

150-200

150-200

Rust Test, 48 hrs @ 52C/126F

ASTM D1743

Rating

Pass

Pass

Pass

Copper Corrosion, 24 hrs,

100C/212F

ISO 2160
ASTM D4048

Rating

1b

1b

1b

Four Ball Wear Test (1 hr, 40 kg, 1200

rpm, 75C/167F), Scar Diameter

ASTM D2266

mm

0.45

0.45

0.45

Four Ball EP Test, Weld load

ASTM D2596

kg

200

250

250

Water Washout @ 79C/175F

ASTM D1264

% loss

NA

7.0

3.5

Bomb Oxidation @ 99C/210F,

Pressure Drop @100h,

ASTM D942
DIN 51808

Psi

DIN Classification

DIN 51502

KP0K-20

KP1K-20

KP2K-20

ISO Classification

ISO 6743/9

L-XCBEB 0

L-XBCEB 1

L-XBCEB 2

Test

Subject to usual manufacturing tolerances.

Additional Information
In order to minimize potential incompatibilities when converting to a new grease, all previous lubricant should be
removed as much as possible prior to operation. During initial operation, relubrication intervals should be monitored
closely to ensure all previous lubricant is purged.

Castrol Spheerol EPL

09/10/2006, version 1.0
Castrol, the Castrol logo and Spheerol are trademarks of Castrol Limited. Used under license.
All reasonable care has been taken to ensure that the information contained in this publication is accurate as of the date of printing. However, such
information may, nevertheless, be affected by changes in the blend formulation occurring subsequent to the date of printing. Material Safety Data Sheets
are available for all Castrol Ltd products. The MSDS must be consulted for appropriate information regarding storage, safe handling and disposal of a
product.
Castrol Industrial North America Inc. 150 West Warrenville Road, 605 3E Naperville, IL 60563
Tel: (877) 641 1600 Fax: (877) 648 9801

www.castrol.com/industrial